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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Beat the Summer Heat!

Well, if cows could talk, they’d have no problem answering that question. Hot summer months often take a toll on herd health, reproductive performance, and milk production as cows struggle to beat the heat. However, by adjusting their rations, feeding habits, and dairy environments, producers can help improve cow comfort and lessen the impact of heat stress.

Ration Formulation: boost energy, protein, and minerals.

·Boosting energy is not as simple as just adding more corn - diets high in fermentable carbs can lead to rumen acidosis. To meet energy needs while maintaining rumen health, add other high-energy sources to the ration, like cottonseed or bypass fat.